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There will also be Canine Companions assistance dog demonstrations, a dog agility playground, various contests for dogs, and games and crafts for kids. Dozens of unique vendor booths will be at the festival, and a silent auction will be held from 10 a.m. to 1p.m.

General admission is $7, and children age 5 and under are free. All proceeds benefit Canine Companions for Independence, a local nonprofit organization that provides assistance dogs to people with disabilities free of charge.

Attendees will receive a coupon to Henry’s Market.

The festival will also feature the Peace, Love & Canine Companions dog walk, which benefits Canine Companions for Independence.

The walk is approximately 1.3 miles. Registration is $35 per adult, $15 per child, and $75 per family.

Walk registrants receive free festival admission, a Balboa park T-shirt and a gift bag. The top fundraiser receives a two-night stay at La Jolla Beach & Tennis Club, dinner for two at The Marine Room, and two nights lodging for themselves and their dog at Camp Bow Wow in El Cajon.